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Enrollment underway for Spicewood Christian Academy

Spicewood Christian Academy (SCA), a thriving private Christian school nestled on over three acres in the heart of Spicewood, is celebrating a major milestone: the completion of its fourth successful year and an exciting leap into its fifth. With steady growth, strong leadership, and new opportunities arising from recent education reforms in Texas, SCA is poised to serve even more families across Spicewood, Lakeway, Horseshoe Bay, and Marble Falls. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Best way to beat the heat? … with cold treats

I love cold chocolate treats, like the Iced Mocha at Lazy Heron, 240 RR 2900. Now, they offer a variety of ice cream, so there’s even more reason to walk across the street and satisfy my cravings. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Fight continues after quarry bill defeat

Fight continues after quarry bill defeat

Dear Editor; We are disappointed but not defeated about what happened in the State House last Thursday regarding HB 5151 co-sponsored by Rep. Terry Wilson and Rep. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Kathy McFarlen's photograph, 'Great Blue at Golden Hour,' captures the beauty of this majestic bird spotted throughout the Highland Lakes. Contributed photo

Expert birders to share experiences, June 5

Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society offers many opportunities throughout the year to observe birds and wildflowers with others. Members and visitors alike have shared experiences monthly at Haley Nelson Park in Burnet and Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery; yearly with the Christmas Bird Count, The Great Backyard Bird Count and Golf Cart Birding; and occasional field trips, like Museo Benini southeast of Marble Falls, Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan and San Antonio Botanical Gardens, to name a few. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Two Superintendent's Awardees, student council president Isaiah Lazos and 2025 valedictorian Emma Cayce, accepted congratulations from school leaders behind them, from left, Principal Patrick Hinson, school board members Larry Berkman, Mandy McCary, Gary Boshears, Kevin Virdell, Alex Payso...

MFISD highlights outstanding students, staff

Superintendent Jeff Gasaway presented the April 2025 Superintendent’s Award to two standout Marble Falls High School seniors — 2025 Valedictorian Emma Cayce and Student Council President Isaiah Lazos — chosen from among 237 graduating seniors. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

The Heart of Texas Chorus and Orchestra rehearsed Faure's Requiem for the first time with the San Antonio Youth Chorale on Sunday afternoon May18 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church where the HOT Chorus has rehearsed weekly for months. Contributed photo

Classical concert to support next generation of artists

In preparation for an unforgettable performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, the Heart of Texas (HOT) Chorale and Orchestra held its first combined rehearsal with the San Antonio Youth Chorale (SAYC) on May 18 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Sanctuary. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Dovie Marie Kelley

Nov. 5, 1928 - April 28, 2025 Dovie Marie Kelley, 96, of Marble Falls, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Oscar Lazos, Jr.

November 10, 1959 —May 12, 2025 Oscar Lazos Jr., 65, of Marble Falls, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and the presence of Jesus. Oscar was born in Robstown, Texas, to Oscar and Irma Lazos Sr. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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April 15, 1951 —April 28, 2025 We are sad to announce that Nelda Darlene Hanson left this world to be with our Heavenly Father on April 28, 2025. She was a dedicated wife to Jerry Hanson and a beloved mother to 2 daughters, loving “Mella” to 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Cottonwood Shores first responders rescued a man from a burning car May 4 while it was on fire. Contributed/Katy Cherry

Rescuers save man in fiery car crash

Just days after her adult son was pulled from burning car, Katy Cherry marveled at the courage of police officers and two bystanders involved in Shores city leaders recognize civilians, first responders saving his life. “It’s the most insane thing on the planet that they happened to be standing right there and saw it happen,” Lackey’s mother Katy Cherry said of the civilians first on the scene. 05/20/2025 04:20 AM

Grant to give Granite Shoals water access edge

Grant to give Granite Shoals water access edge

Granite Shoals is anticipating a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) that city officials believe will increase and upgrade the city’s ability to pump water out of Lake LBJ. It will cost the city $50,000 in matching funds, according to the grant. 05/20/2025 04:20 AM

Harmony School of Creative Arts Academy of Dance spring performance, Dance 365, dress rehearsal was held May 15 at Hill Country Fellowship. Pic tured are Natalie Howlett and Hannah Burks, during a patriotic feature in the show. Find more photos on Pages 7 and 8. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke...

Star Spangled Sweeties

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Marble Falls schools receive a ‘C’ in latest ratings

Marble Falls schools receive a ‘C’ in latest ratings

A state entity has given Marble Falls Independent School District a grade of “C” in a contentious rating system that not only measures academic success but post-graduation preparation. Marble Falls ISD officials pointed to several factors prompting the fall from “B” to “C” in the Texas Education Agency’s 2023 A-F accountability ratings for school systems and campuses statewide. 05/20/2025 04:20 AM

Cooper Womack returned to the Class 4A state tournament for the second year in a row.

Netters get tough draws at state tourney

The Marble Falls High School tennis program’s season culminated at the Class 4A state tournament May 15-16 in San Antonio. Junior Cooper Womack lost in the first round to Malcolm Moore of Dallas Pinkston 3-6, 2-6, and the boys doubles team of Weston York and Cooper Kelley lost to Zachary Bobo and Jackson Tomberlain of Texarkana Pleasant Grove 0-6, 0-6 in the first round. 05/20/2025 04:20 AM

These three players - Llano's Carter Bickett (left) and Marble Falls' Kole Becker and Noah Lyon - made nu - merous plays to ensure an East victory. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Quick responses help East win first all-star game

The first Hill Country Coaches Association allstar football game had all the elements fans want – a close game, defensive stands, explosive offensive plays and everyone appreciative to have a contest in May to cheer on their favorite players one more time. 05/20/2025 04:20 AM

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